Take life with a Grain of salt, a Slice of lime, and a shot of tequila
… is good advice that I’ve never taken literally because I don’t like to drink shots of tequila.
If I might be allowed to combine these ingredients with some simple syrup into a margarita on the rocks, then I’m right there with you chilling out about life, being cool about things.
Which is what I take this slang saying to mean.
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OF COURSE if we happen to make it two margaritas, then I’m singing a song about a lime.
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AND IF by chance we make it three margaritas? I’m wearing a sombrero because like Hobbes says: “What fun is it being ‘cool’ if you can’t wear a sombrero!”
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Yeah, I’m not a tequila shot fan either and truthfully I don’t like margaritas but a tequila sunrise is a different story! Happy Thursday!
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Janet, I’d forgotten about tequila sunrises. So pretty. And healthy… with all that OJ! ๐
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I am blaming you for having the lime in the coconut song stuck in my head all day.
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Sarah, I take full responsibility for said, and suggest that you consider doing what this saying says later in the day to alleviate any pain you might be feeling.
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That suggestion was definitely taken.
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Not much for booze straight but in a nice margarita that’s not too tart or too sweet and I’m in!
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Kate, me too. Love the saying, but will do it my way!
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I’m a tequila screwdriver kind of gal. I’ve had many arguments over the years with bartenders who were just sure I meant a tequila sunrise. Ah, no. I have done tequila shots a long, long time ago but I’d never heard that particular piece of advice. I will keep it in mind. You are doing amazingly well on your theme Ms. Bean. Very clever!
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Zazzy, I’ve never heard of that drink, but I understand what you’re asking for. I wouldn’t argue with you! No tequila shots for me. I took one once… and it was awful… but at least I can say I tried it.
Thanks about the theme. I’m pretty good with sayings until the last week of the challenge. Stay tuned to see what happens then. O.0
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Lovely tune to hum while I dress the baby! LOL
I do not like tequila. Yucko. My dad always had some on hand with the worm in it for grossing out his wife’s friends when they entertained. I remember as a child staring into that bottle. Never will I partake!
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bitsfromheaven, I forgot about that worm thing. Do all bottles of tequila have a worm in them? I hope not. Considering how rarely I drink the stuff, I probably shouldn’t worry, though.
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I’m not sure if all of them do. I’m just glad I can say I’ve never had it!!!
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Yes to the tequila shots!
Yes to the margaritas!
… and now I’ve got a new earworm stuck in my head for the day. At least it has a happy, upbeat ๐
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joanne, I like that song even if it is a bit ridiculous. While I might not follow this saying to the letter [pun intended], I go with the essence of what it means. Especially when I wear a sombrero! ๐
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… and since it’s your theme and your rules, you can do whatever you like!
Of course the sombrero is the perfect accessory ๐
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So true. ๐
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I’m with Hobbs. Gotta love a good sombrero!
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Exactly, susie. Leave it to Calvin and Hobbes to say what really matters.
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If I have three margaritas, I’ll be lucky to find my head for that sombrero!
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Carrie, I wouldn’t worry too much about that. No doubt someone will put the sombrero on your head for you. You must learn to rely on the kindness of strangers! ๐
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Hahaha! You’re right, of course.
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I am not a shot person either. But I can take a ‘few’ margaritas myself.
Paula from
Smidgen, Snippets, & Bits
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Paula, I think it’s the idea of this saying that’s important. So what if we don’t do shots? I’m sure a frozen margarita with salt will work just the same!
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I did a few (hundred) shots of tequila in college ~> my 30’s.
Now I don’t do shots but I do still laugh out loud at Calvin & Hobbes cartoons. Thanks!
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nrhatch, somehow I missed the shots-of-tequila college experience. I guess I never developed a taste for tequila, but now will drink a margarita once and again. Especially if there’s a sombrero involved.
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Ole!
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I love lime! Tequila, not so much. Do I have it backward?!
@IsaLeeWolf
A Bit to Read
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I.L. Wolf, I think no matter what you prefer as long as you’re chilling out, you’ve got it right!
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Shots of tequila, NO, and I don’t like margaritas, but I do love other drinks with lime. ๐
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Margaret, once in a while I’ll have one margarita, but they’re too intensely flavored for me. But I like the idea behind this saying, so for purposes of this post, I’ll pretend to adore margaritas! ๐
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